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What flowers are suitable for planting in October? Plant them now and they will bloom by Spring Festival

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In the blink of an eye, October has arrived again. Are gardening enthusiasts thinking about what flowers they can grow at this time so they can enjoy them by Spring Festival? Let's take a look below. Clivia (Kaffir lily) As a "wealth flower" with very good symbolism, after Clivia blooms, its flowers are as brightly colored as an upward torch. Even if it is not viewed as a Lunar New Year plant, it has very good ornamental value throughout the four seasons of the year. However, during the Lunar New Year period, Clivia happens to be in bloom, so the price will be quite expensive. If you buy it now in October, the price is very cheap. For home care, Clivia is afraid of cold. During the day when there is light, it needs more scattered light. The most suitable growth temperature is around 15~25 degrees. In addition, for watering, follow the principle of keeping the soil slightly moist and avoid water accumulation. In winter, reduce the frequency of watering. In extremely low temperatures, it is best to move it to a location with heating or air conditioning for care.

In the blink of an eye, October has arrived again. Are gardening enthusiasts thinking about what flowers they can grow at this time so they can enjoy them by Spring Festival? Let's take a look below.


Clivia

As a "wealth flower" with very good symbolism, after Clivia blooms, its flowers are as brightly colored as an upward torch. Even if it is not viewed as a Lunar New Year plant, it has very good ornamental value throughout the four seasons of the year. However, during the Lunar New Year period, Clivia happens to be in bloom, so the price will be quite expensive. If you buy it now in October, the price is very cheap. For home care, Clivia is afraid of cold. During the day when there is light, it needs more scattered light. The most suitable growth temperature is around 15~25 degrees. In addition, for watering, follow the principle of keeping the soil slightly moist and avoid water accumulation. In winter, reduce the frequency of watering. In extremely low temperatures, it is best to move it to a location with heating or air conditioning for care.

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Guzmania

Because its flower name is auspicious, Guzmania is one of the plants many people take home during the Lunar New Year festival. Its leaves are emerald green, and its bright red spike-like inflorescence grows at the top of the stem. The flower shape is unique and beautiful. It is enjoyed both for its leaves and its flowers. Its flower language is the joy of success and optimistic expectations for the future. How should it be cared for after buying it home? First, its growth temperature is 18~27 degrees Celsius. As for water, the soil should be kept moist, so the whole plant needs to be soaked in water for about 15 minutes, then drained, keeping the substrate slightly moist, but be careful not to let water accumulate in the central cup.

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Phalaenopsis

During the Lunar New Year period, Phalaenopsis can be said to be the plant in the C position. As the New Year approaches, a pot of 3 or 4 Phalaenopsis plants may cost 200 or 300. So if you buy some orchid plants in October and care for them, they will bloom by the New Year. In this way, you can save more than half the price difference.

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For care, it likes scattered sunlight. For watering, it is recommended to slowly pour along the edge of the flowerpot. The speed must not be fast. It is best to add water until the soil is slightly moist. For fertilizing, it is recommended to directly use liquid fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer specially for Phalaenopsis. In summer, there is no need to fertilize too frequently. Fertilizing once every 2 weeks is enough.


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